Rare historical earrings with lava cameos, crafted from gold-plated silver and tombac (tested and guaranteed).
Each earring is set with an oval lava cameo featuring an antique-style portrait of a woman. The cameos are set in secure bezels made of gold-plated tombac. The hook fastenings, including the clasps, are made of gold-plated silver and were handcrafted in our workshop.
The cut lava stones are black and beige, creating a striking contrast on the ear.
The historical lava cameos were created around 1880 in Naples and were a popular souvenir of the so-called Grand Tour in the 19th century: educational trips to southern Italy – especially to the archaeological sites of Pompeii and Herculaneum – were extremely popular and significant stages of these excursions, which were often documented with a souvenir.
Dimensions of the earrings (including clasps): ca. 3.0 x 1.8 cm.
Dimensions of the lava cameos: ca. 2.0 x 1.7 cm.
Weight: 6.5 grams in total.
Condition: Very good historical condition, freshly cleaned, ear hooks newly made, see photos.
The earrings come lovingly packaged in one of our pretty cases and with a certificate of authenticity.
Please note: Vintage and antique jewellery are worn items that may show slight signs of wear due to their history.
